Recreation Administrator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $60,880.56 - $87,160.94 Annually
Location : 700 N. Main St., Las Cruces, NM
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: D019 07-26 RG
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Nature of Work
Manage staff and coordinate the activities of a Recreation Facility, related programs, and activities to meet strategic objectives and comply with applicable standards, laws, policies, and regulations.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed in a standard office environment and at recreation facilities with exposure to all weather and traffic conditions when outdoors and when traveling to other locations or facilities.
Physical Factors
Light physical demands; mostly desk work, some lifting and moving of supplies. Frequent use of a personal computer.
Work Situation Factors
Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with State and Federal regulations and applicable City of Las Cruces policies.
FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.
Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Full-time, regular, exempt position
This position is graded at an RX20.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, manages, coordinates, and oversees programs, activities, operations, and maintenance of a recreation facility and associated outdoor areas; plans, promotes, directs, and evaluates special and recurring events and recreation, sports, and wellness programs for seniors, adults, youth, and children to meet service delivery expectations and ensure quality programs and services.
• Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; interprets applicable rules and regulations to provide guidance in developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures; assures that staff maintain safe, playable, and aesthetically pleasing recreation facilities and adhere to policies and procedures for efficient and safe operations.
• Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources; coordinates and manages various special and recurring projects, monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees in order to meet established goals and objectives; ensures adherence to established policies and procedures to remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Manages and monitors financial activities of assigned budgets to ensure compliance and meet performance targets; oversees procurement activities for supplies, services, equipment, and other items to assure activities comply with established policies and processes; oversees the allocation, use, inventory, and maintenance of facilities, equipment, materials, and other assets; inspects facilities to identify issues of concern, or conditions in need of upkeep, repair, or maintenance.
• Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; demonstrates continuous effort to improve programs, operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide information and services.
• Collects and analyzes data on operations, services, and programs to evaluate effectiveness and recommend improvements or solutions; prepares and presents various special and recurring reports, forms, and documents; prepares and submits incident reports that document unsafe, unusual, and/or illegal activities or incidents.
• Monitors performance measures and results, compares to performance benchmarks, evaluates progress toward achieving goals, and projects future resource availability and demands to make recommendations for programming and operations; recommends and implements policies and procedures relating to section functions and administration to ensure compliance and improve services.
• Serves as department liaison to applicable committees and boards to ensure appropriate levels of service, support, and resources; responds to and resolves various complaints, issues, and inquiries as authorized and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure customer and staff needs are met; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless services.
• Responds to and resolves various complaints, issues, inquiries, and problems as authorized and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Public or Business Administration, or related field AND three (3) years of experience in the management of recreation services, programs, and/or facilities. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.
Licenses/Certification(s):
Valid driver's license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. First Aid and CPR certifications required within six (6) months of hire; additional specific technical training and certifications may be required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules and regulations related to the operations and functions of the position and services provided; principles and practices of effective customer service and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, budgeting, and effective employee supervision, training, and development; principles of record keeping and records management; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools and equipment; community resources and community services programs; methods and standards for preparing business correspondence; business English, spelling, and grammar; basic and specialized personal computer applications; modern office practices and procedures; mathematical aptitude; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.
Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet deadlines and ensure achievement of goals and objectives; read, understand, interpret, and ensure compliance with a variety of specifications, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; inspect and maintain facilities, grounds, equipment, and systems; safely operate associated tools, equipment and motor vehicles; perform technical reading and writing; communicate appropriately and effectively orally and in writing; use sound judgment in decision-making with routine operations and during malfunctions or other emergencies; maintain concentration; research and compile applicable information and maintain accurate records; prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; review documents and extract relevant information; firmly and impartially supervise, coach, lead and direct the activities of staff; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.
Skills in: analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, policies, and methods; researching, interpreting and communicating policies, regulations, procedures, and information; using independent judgment and personal initiative; maintaining complete and accurate records; operating tools, equipment, and a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; effectively managing and leading staff and delegating tasks; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces,
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Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process).

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have, at a minimum, at least a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Public or Business Administration, or related field? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.)

• Yes
• No

03
I understand and accept that if my response is "YES" to the question above, I agree to provide proof of the required degree and/or transcript (official or unofficial) if recommended for the position.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least three (3) years experience in the management of recreation services, programs and/or facilities? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application or you may be disqualified from the process).

• Yes
• No

05
Describe your experience working in recreation programs and facilities. (You must also include this information under the work experience section of your application or you may be disqualified from the process.) If none, enter N/A.
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Do you have a valid driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A.
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I understand and accept that I must obtain my First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of my hire date in order to maintain employment if selected.

• Yes
• No

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